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PKV 228W

1980 Talbot Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

4,019 mi
Last recorded4,019 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2020
Typical for 1980 Talbot Sunbeam51,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKV 228W
MakeTalbot
ModelSunbeam
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2020 4,019 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 3,986 miles

all tyres cracking between tread

Fail 9 Oct 2019 3,966 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

All tyres perished and cracked

N/s/f inner arch corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2018 3,925 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 3,921 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 3,889 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 3,856 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 3,830 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2014 3,803 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside front brake pad warning wire broken

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2013 37,617 miles

rtb brake imbalance:23% and 12%

under car heaverly undersealed

Fail 12 Oct 2013 3,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

under car heaverly undersealed

Pass 12 Oct 2012 3,710 miles

car heavily undersealed

Pass 12 Oct 2011 3,667 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2010 3,615 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 3,541 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 3,489 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres periseh and cracked

Fail 18 Oct 2008 3,483 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion n/s inner sill

front tyres periseh and cracked

Pass 1 Nov 2007 3,360 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2007 3,356 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 3,310 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 3,280 miles

Under vehicle heavily under sealed.

How Reliable is the Talbot Sunbeam?

Based on 5,538 MOT tests across 814 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
814
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 130
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 117
position lamp(s) not working 84
brake binding 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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PKV 228W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1980 Talbot Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 51,133 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Talbot Sunbeam fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 130 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKV 228W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Sunbeam typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 46 years old, this Talbot Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PKV 228W is a 1980 Talbot Sunbeam, first registered on 18 December 1980.

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